Commercial Driver’s License

Program Info – Julia Gamboa
509.793.2045
commercialdriverslicense@bigbend.edu

Faculty – Guillermo Garza
509.793.2221
commercialdriverslicense@bigbend.edu

Contact Workforce Education Services (WES) for eligibility for tuition and fee assistance (509.793.2310). A shortage of long-haul drivers prompted the creation of Big Bend Community College’s Commercial Truck Driving Program. The course provides classroom study and behind-the-wheel driving and experience. The program covers a variety of professional topics and prepare students for entry-level job opportunities. Class includes defensive driving techniques, brake adjustment, equipment inspection, hazardous material transportation, DOT log books, trip planning, and other job-related topics. Class space is limited and early registration is strongly recommended. Dorms are available.

This 4-6 week course provides classroom study and 160 hours of driving instruction experience. Class includes Class A license with no air brake restrictions and the endorsements for doubles and triples, tankers and hazardous material, defensive driving techniques, brake adjustment, equipment inspection, hazardous material transportation, DOT log books, trip planning, and other job-related topics.

The CDL program prepares students for the CDL driving examination and entry-level employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are critical for successful completion. To be eligible for admissions to the BBCC Commercial Driver’s License program applicants must complete the following (and is recommended that items be completed in this order):

1. Completed State of Washington Community and Technical College Application for Admission (Application for Admission BBCC).
2. Completed CDL Program Application.
3. Completed BBCC Class Registration Form.
4. Copy of a valid Washington State Driver’s License
5. Copy of the completed Department of Transportation (DOT) physical form and card.
6. Pay all tuition and fees at the time of registration.
7. Student must have CDL permit before the start of class
8. A pre-enrollment controlled substances test is mandatory. The test will be taken at the start of the program no later than the 3rd day of class. If the controlled substances test results are positive, the applicant will be expelled.